There are two games on the schedule featuring former Illini players lining up against each other. Michael Hoomanawanui and the Saints visit Vontae Davis and the Colts, while Tavon Wilson and the Patriots host Jeff Cumberland and the Jets in an AFC East Division clash.
Here's a full list of former Illinois players in the NFL:
- Jeff Allen (OT, Chiefs)
- Jon Asamoah (OL, Falcons) - Injured Reserve
- Alan Ball (DB, Bears)
- Arrelious Benn (WR, Jaguars) - Injured Reserve
- Jeff Cumberland (TE, Jets)
- Vontae Davis (CB, Colts)
- Michael Hoomanawanui (TE, Saints)
- Corey Liuget (DE, Chargers)
- Whitney Mercilus (LB, Texans)
- Akeem Spence (DT, Buccanneers)
- Hugh Thornton (OG, Colts)
- Tavon Wilson (SS, Patriots)
Here's the full schedule with games featuring Illini players in bold:
| Matchup | TV | Time | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle Seahawks at San Francisco 49ers | CBS | 7:30 p. |